Iochroma cyaneum
Violet Churur
Also known as: Chaenesthes lanceolata Miers +8 more
- Chaenesthes lanceolata Miers
- Dunalia tubulosa (Benth.) J.F.Macbr.
- Habrothamnus cyaneus Lindl.
- Iochroma cyaneum (Lindl.) G.H.M.Lawr. & J.M.Tucker
- Iochroma lanceolatum (Miers) Miers
- Iochroma tonelianum Van Houtte
- Iochroma tubulosum Benth.
- Iochroma weberbaueri Dammer
- Meyenia cyanea (Lindl.) Heynh.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Solanaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
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Iochroma cyaneum (commonly known as Violet Churur) is a shrub within the Solanaceae family. It is found natively in South America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Ecuador, Peru
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Dominican Republic, Haiti, Kenya, Tanzania